Category Specialist

Career Opportunities: Category Specialist (32255)At Graham, one of North America’s largest general contractors, we don’t just build projects, we enable the systems and services that make construction possible.
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Reporting to Senior Category Manager, Category Specialist is accountable for developing supply chain category management strategies and solutions for various operational spend categories (materials and services) to leverage Graham spend and reduce risks. While focusing on the requirements of internal stakeholders, the incumbent delivers a better value supply chain by embedding category strategies into projects, ensuring supply chain solutions are delivered through an alignment of operational procurement requirements and category management principles. The incumbent delivers and manages Master Services Agreements (MSAs) for materials and services provided to various business units, ensuring financial savings and performance improvements through a strategic approach to supply chain management. This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.
This role is based in our Calgary Corporate Office, with hybrid work schedule
As a Category Specialist at Graham, you will:
Lead cross functional teams, develop and implement supply chain category management strategies which meet internal stakeholders’ requirements
Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand internal client requirements and implement the most appropriate supply chain solutions
Draft, execute, and implement MSAs with key suppliers/service providers to support business unit requirements
Work closely with internal stakeholders to promote MSAs across the organization
Conduct spend data mining and analysis using Excel and Power BI
Deliver targeted savings/cost avoidance/rebates
Assume accountability for the cost reduction and performance of the supply chain in assigned categories
Act as the liaison between internal stakeholders and key suppliers/service providers
Monitor and manage supplier performance by conducting regular vendor relationships meetingsDemonstrate HSE and Quality behaviors that reflect corporate expectations of Actively Caring and Road to Zero
Demonstrate business professionalism that is in line with Graham’s core values of commitment, integrity, andreliability
Problem-solve complex issues finding an effective supply chain solution that works for all stakeholders involved
Conduct market intelligence to ensure beneficial decisions are made on behalf of the company.
Support Senior Category Manager in delivering agreed upon objectives
Adhere to Graham processes, standards, and procedures
Prepare and support the placement of subcontract and material supply orders
Other related supply chain tasks
Qualifications & Experience:
Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or technical field
SCMP designation or pursuit of SCMP is an asset
5-8 years of progressive experience in supply chain with exposure to Strategic Sourcing and/or Category Management
Ability to independently conduct RFx events, including but not limited to RFx drafting and issuance, supplier selection and evaluation, and contract award recommendation
Knowledge of tender and contract procurement practices and processes
Ability to independently draft contracts/amending agreements
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Ability to address internal client concerns in a timely manner
Strong relationship management skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to operate under pressure and meet tight and demanding deadlines
Proficiency using Microsoft Office, Power BI. Advanced Excel knowledge. SAP knowledge is a plus
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